Sigma
fp
Minimalist full-frame box camera for creative stills and video.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
Sony
Alpha 9 III
Global shutter sports flagship with 120fps and zero rolling shutter for pro action.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2024
Alpha 9 III is 4.5 years newer.
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Wins
fp
Wins
Alpha 9 III
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- Afp has higher Burst (mechanical) (6 fps vs 0 fps)
- BAlpha 9 III has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 9 III has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 9 III has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 11 fps)
- BAlpha 9 III has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 9 III
136 × 97 × 83 mm
703 g (1.55 lb / 24.80 oz)
fp is 2mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 9 III.
fp is 17 g heavier than Alpha 9 III.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm fp · 83mm Alpha 9 III
Sensor size, to scale
fp
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 9 III
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
fp: mount data unavailable
Alpha 9 III
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
fp
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
ISO min (native)
100 vs 250 — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 400 shots — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Reasons to choose
Alpha 9 III
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
fp
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact
- ✓L-mount
- ✓Unique concept
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –24MP
- –Poor ergonomics for long shoots
Alpha 9 III
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 120fps
- ✓Zero rolling shutter
- ✓Pro sports AF
- ✓Pre-capture buffer
Cons
- –24.6MP only
- –Premium price
- –Battery drain at max speed
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony Alpha 9 III
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, fp or Alpha 9 III?
Alpha 9 III scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for fp — 120fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the fp and Alpha 9 III?
fp is 24.2 MP and Alpha 9 III is 24.6 MP, so the Alpha 9 III captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the fp and Alpha 9 III have in-body image stabilization?
fp does not have IBIS, while Alpha 9 III has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the fp or the Alpha 9 III?
fp reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 9 III reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the fp and Alpha 9 III?
fp weighs 720 g and Alpha 9 III weighs 703 g, so the Alpha 9 III is 17 g lighter.
Do the fp and Alpha 9 III record 4K video?
fp: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 9 III: 4K up to 120p.
Are the fp and Alpha 9 III weather sealed?
fp: No. Alpha 9 III: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the fp and 400 shots for the Alpha 9 III, giving the fp the edge.
How much does each cost?
fp launched at $1,899 and Alpha 9 III at $5,999. The fp is $4,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.